Obesity prevalence estimates in a Canadian regional population of preschool children using variant growth references

• Main Authors: Twells Laurie K (Author), Newhook Leigh A (Author)
• Format: Bog
• Udgivet: BMC, 2011-02-01T00:00:00Z.
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<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Childhood obesity is a public health problem in Canada. Accurate measurement of a health problem is crucial in defining its burden. The objective of this study is to compare the prevalence estimates of overweight and obesity in presc...